Write a story from the point of view of a sidekick, or someone who is happy to stay away from the limelight.

Posted in Character on Apr 21, 2023

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“Tonto, A Faithful Kimosabe” by Edward J. McCoul

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"Tonto, A Faithful Kimosabe"Tonto rode alongside the Lone Ranger on their trusty horses, Silver and Scout. The sun beat down on the dusty terrain. Tonto was lost in thought until the sound of gunfire shattered the silence.The Lone Ranger spurred Silver into a gallop saying, “Hi HO, Silver!”, and Tonto followed close behind. As they rode towards the gunfire, they heard the screams of a young girl. They found her father, the sheriff, frantically looking for her."Please, you have to help me," he begged. "My daughter, Kate, has been kidnapp...

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“And By the Way, the Drummer is Dead” by Michael Jefferson

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Taking off his rose-colored sunglasses, Booker Fortune exits the elevator, snapping his fingers as Traffic’s “Rock N’ Roll Stew” plays in his head. The percussive tune gives his feet a jolt, and he dances into his talent office, waving at his assistant, Hedy. Booker’s agency manages half a dozen successful rock acts, none bigger than Topsoil. During their seven-year existence, Topsoil has released five chart-topping, multi-diamond selling albums, won a dozen Grammys, and played hundreds of sold-out concerts. The Achilles heel of the group h...

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“The Story of Hylas” by Zack Lynch

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Warning: This story mentions but does not describe sexual and physical violence. I had of course heard of Him. Like every boy in the world, I imagined myself being Him as I played games of adventures and quests. I remember one time when the local boys and I were out in the fields playing the Second Labor I had been chosen to be Him. With a broken branch as a stand in for His club I would swing with as much might as my young body could muster. Smashing death blows into the imaginary hydra, while leaving very real welts on the flesh of ...

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“Partners” by Ruth Patterson

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Partners I greet the morning with a long stretch and a big yawn. I pad over to the side of the bed where my partner is softly snoring. Just knowing everything is in order gives me satisfaction, and my inner smile is accompanied by a slight swoosh of my tail, which I can’t help. Quietly, I let myself out into the yard through the little door in the kitchen, just barely squeezing my big frame through. I do a quick recon of the yard, assessing any scents of possible intruders. Satisfied there had been no infractions on our property overnight, I...

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“Ted Long” by Jennifer Taylor

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Ted Long liked being behind the scenes. It meant a lot to him, he liked to think. While everybody else was worried about the famous detective Magnus Greene, he could just do his job. Do his job and watch, help without being in the spotlight. Unfortunately, that also meant that a lot of times he had hard work with no play. Magnus Greene ran a detective agency called Greene and Company. One might have thought it would have not been allowed by the Fayhurst City Police, as the detective agency rivaled the police’s own detectives. But, after a fe...

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“Just Keep Doing What You're Doing” by Keith Geaney

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It is time for the guilty pleasure of the day. You have collapsed, inert and bandaged, under your blankets in the massive bed under the corrugated plastic skylights. Today’s case was one of the easier ones: just a matter of muscling through the security, abseiling down the high-rise with the hostage clinging to your chest and sitting with her outside the building until her parents arrived. At least, that’s what you told me, and I always know when you’re lying. When you’ve burst through a door and seen something that will rake your dreams ove...

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“Pest Control” by Aaron Tippit

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I see them walking by, ignoring me. And the ones that do notice me? They either rush by scared or look at me with unadulterated disgust. They only see that I’m different. I don't have fancy shoes or clothes. My home isn't as big as theirs, but I work hard on it and am proud of it. But I stay and do my best despite their fear or disgust. I don't use pesticides or other chemicals to perform my duties. I prefer a more natural trapping system. It's safer for the environment, and you don't have to worry about other animals being affected. It is ...

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“The Tag Team Sidekick” by David Reynders

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I've been the sidekick for as long as I can remember. It's not that I'm not talented, but I prefer to stay away from the spotlight. That's why I was excited when I was approached by Jake "The Hammer" Johnson, a professional wrestler, who needed a tag team partner. Jake "The Hammer" Johnson, is a force to be reckoned with in the ring. He's big, strong, and knows how to put on a show. I've watch him for years and I've seen him take down some of the toughest opponents out there. But as much as he loves the attention, I'm happy to stay in the ba...

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“Blending in” by Corneigh Hoff

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The limousine door opened, and a bombardment of flashlights struck the stooping figure emerging. One hand shielding his eyes, the other perfunctorily waved to the gathered journalists. “Thank you,” the man murmured as he rushed into the church. “Mr Foresta, one question, Mr Foresta…” But he was already inside. His name was Giovanni Foresta, the famous tenor. Well, Giovanni Foresta was a name given to him, not by his parents, but by his agent, ten years ago. His parents named him Jim Woods, but who remembered? When he was in h...

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“A Not-So-Much-of-an-Ode to Main Characters” by Zoë Page

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Sometimes I think I want to be the main character – I always wake up from the nightmare screaming. You ask why; I ask why you ask why, because I think it is quite self-explanatory.You won’t know my story, not specifically at least. But I’d wager you’ve seen it written throughout the pages of many books. I live through every one of them.It’s rather fabulous. Secondary characters are fabulous. Main characters are the weapon that strikes the killing blow, but sidekicks and secondaries are the hands that drove the blade home – give or take. I ma...

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“Sum Sola” by John White

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"Wanted: sidekick for a superhero. Must own a car, be able to lift 50 pounds, have excellent problem-solving skills, be reliable, punctual, and available to work evenings and weekends. Discretion is paramount. Email me at aeneas753@aol.com. I was reading the neighbourhood classifieds when this ad caught my eye. It's not often that there is an opening for a superhero sidekick. I met the basic requirements and thought going down this rabbit hole might be fun. I emailed my interest and immediately got a reply.&nb...

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“Replacement” by Gio P.

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The heavy stone door seals itself with a whomping wail, the reverberation of air causing a rattle in my bones in an honest portrayal of my current conscious state. To say I am rattled every time the most minute of notes disturbs the harrowing quiet of my solitude would be an understatement. I envision sound waves as they would appear on a computer screen: a neat line dashing undaunted through timeless margins in search of an impossible end—only to be randomly disrupted by the jagged arcs of an intrusive species. Obstacles presenting themselv...

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Write a story from the point of view of a sidekick, or someone who is happy to stay away from the limelight.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 87 stories

“Tonto, A Faithful Kimosabe” by Edward J. McCoul

“And By the Way, the Drummer is Dead” by Michael Jefferson

“The Story of Hylas” by Zack Lynch

“Partners” by Ruth Patterson

“Ted Long” by Jennifer Taylor

“Just Keep Doing What You're Doing” by Keith Geaney

“Pest Control” by Aaron Tippit

“The Tag Team Sidekick” by David Reynders

“Blending in” by Corneigh Hoff

“A Not-So-Much-of-an-Ode to Main Characters” by Zoë Page

“Sum Sola” by John White

“Replacement” by Gio P.

🌟 Similar prompts

Set your story in a staff room of an essential profession that is often undervalued — nurses, cafeteria staff, sanitation workers, etc.

Write a story about someone who receives — or makes — a life-changing, anonymous donation.

Write a story that includes the phrase “Rome wasn’t built in a day.”

Write about someone who is learning to recognize and take credit for their own achievements.

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